Camera with remote viewfinder and shutter

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  1. prince_charming

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    hi all im now looking for a camera with a remote viewfinder and shutter which could sync with my iphone 6. Any recommendations? I assume all wi-fi based cam could do but whats the best? Remote zoom also a plus
     
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    If you need a point and shoot camera, you may consider Fuji X30.
    If you prefer an interchangeable lens camera, Fuji X-T1 (you may also check X-E2).
     
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    ice PhilMUG Addict Member

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    I'm very happy with the Olympus OM-D E-M10

    You might also want to check out Olympus E-PL7, Samsung's NX3000 and Sony's a5100/a6000
     
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    Another vote for the Fuji system. The X-E2, X30, X100T and X-T1 can be tethered via iPhone or iPad thru wifi. Plus the fact that Fuji currently has the best after sales service makes it a no-brainer. :)
     
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    How about a "lens" that you control using your iPhone as viewfinder and remote shutter?

    The Sony DSC-QX100 smartphone attachable lens style camera :

    http://www.sony.com.ph/product/dsc-qx100

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    I've seen this in action. The guy attached it to a tripod and using his smartphone (android) was able to take group shots with him included (No need for delayed shutter or selfie stick). You can also attach it to your phone.
     
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    Maybe a Go Pro Cam? :)
     
  8. prince_charming

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    yea i actually am considering this but ive read about connectivity issues tho on how its sometimes difficult to sync with phone
     
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    I use mine quite a lot. Takes selfies to a whole new level. It's paired with the iPhone 6+ and Xperia Z2, right now (oh, yeah, my wife's iPhone 5 as well).
     
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    I would also give a vote for the wifi enabled Fujifilm cameras. I owned an XT-1 and remote operating via WiFi was very easy to use. My Panasonic GX7 has fantastic wifi capabilities as well, as good as the Fujis. If you need full frame, there are the Sony a6000 and a7 series camera, though I have no idea how good is Sony's implementation of Wifi.
     
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    The Sony A6000 (APS-C) and the full-frame A7 series would be worth considering. I shoot with the A6000 and frequently use my iPhone 6 as a remote wifi controller using the free PlayMemories Mobile app. You could control shutter speed, aperture, ISO and EV+/- with the ip6 and also do touch focus. You can also control 'zoom' remotely if you have a "power zoom" (PZ) lens mounted. The kit lens that comes with the A6K is a 16-50mm PZ. HTH :cool:

    [video=youtube;IosMgOl1fFw]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IosMgOl1fFw[/video]
     
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    Howz the connectivity bet iphone 6 and sony cams any notable lags?
     
  13. prince_charming

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    Finally got the a6000 shall be posting some shots in the sony thread
     
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    It comes in mirrorless E mount as well.

    [video=youtube;o_riWgSRBNg]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_riWgSRBNg[/video]

     

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